This course is designed to introduce Veterinary Technology students to the animal
and procedural terminology they will need to understand during their studies. Students
will be expected to learn the acronyms and abbreviations commonly used in the field
of Veterinary Medicine. Basic animal anatomic terminology and veterinary equipment
identification will be taught, as well as the basic calculations that will be required
in veterinary technology course work. Students will also be given an overview of the
expectations of the profession, college experience and will be given an introduction
to the services available at the Student Success Center.

The course introduces the student to the terminology and specialization of the Veterinary
Technology Curriculum. The nature of professional and ethical practices will be explored.
Breeds and strains of domesticated animals will be studied and the student will be
introduced to the basic concepts of animal behavior. The nature and form of medicines
and the calculation of dose and dosages will be studied. The small animal handling
laboratories will be held on site using animals from the local SPCA and Humane Society.
A kennel assignment will be performed as a required part of the class.

This course is an organ systems approach to the study of anatomy and physiology using
Domestic and Exotic animal species as the primary model. The course provides a functional
integration of basic science and clinical information as it relates to the normal
healthy animal in an integrated lecture and laboratory approach. Prosected animal
specimen both fresh and preserved, as well as skeletons and models will be utilized
in the laboratory to allow applied reinforcement of concepts presented in the lecture.
Histologic slides, kodachromes and radiographs will be utilized to enhance organ recognition
through multiple formats and give the student a better understanding of organ function.
The students will explore in greater depth and detail the course materials through
questions and discussions fostered by the development of group Power Point presentations
on topics that are related to the organ systems studied.

Anatomy and Physiology of Animals II is a continuation of the study of anatomy and
physiology which began using the organ system in VETS 1214 - Anatomy and Physiology
of Animals I. This course uses Domestic and Exotic animal species as the models on
which we complete the discussion of the normal anatomy and physiologic function of
animals. The course provides a functional integration of basic science and clinical
information as it relates to the healthy animal in an integrated lecture and laboratory
approach. Histological slides, kodachromes, and radiographs will also be utilized
to enhance organ recognition and understanding of organ function. The students will
explore in greater depth and detail the course materials through questions and discussions
fostered by the development of group Power Point presentations on topics that are
related to organ system studied.

Pathophysiology of Animal Disease is a course which provides a multidisciplinary approach
to the understanding of basic science and clinical information as it relates to health
and disease in domestic animals. Utilizing a body systems approach, students will
receive in-depth exposure to the most common diseases of domestic animals. They will
build on their foundation in anatomy and physiology from previous courses to learn
how disease affects normal anatomy and physiology. They will learn their role in the
diagnosis, management, and prevention of disease in domestic animals.

This course is designed to give first year students intensive animal handling skills
and familiarity with basic procedures such as injections, venipuncture, bandaging,
and dosage and fluid therapy calculations. Students will also develop skills to perform
proficient physical examination of animals. Common outpatient diagnostic tests used
for eye, ear, and skin disease will be mastered. Urinalysis and collection of urine
samples will be practiced and students will also learn how to measure packed cell
volumes and plasma protein levels in blood samples. Dentistry prophylaxis, recognition
of dental abnormalities, and dental charting using both anatomic and Triadan systems
will also be covered thoroughly. Students will also visit the local Humane Society
to perform technician-related duties.

This course is designed to prepare the second year Veterinary Technology student to
become the individual who can induce, maintain and recover small animal surgical patients.
The student will also prepare the animals for surgery and assist in the surgical procedures.
Upon course completion, the student will possess an understanding of all procedures
done in vet practice with anesthesia and surgical nursing.

Parasitology is a multidisciplinary approach to the study of internal and external
parasites of companion, exotic and farm animals. This course will integrate the student's
knowledge of anatomy and pharmacology while providing the student the opportunity
to understand life cycles, diagnostic protocol, control and treatment of the most
common internal and external parasites. The course will also develop the students'
understanding of how to appropriately provide both verbal and written communications
for the client concerning management, prevention and potential zoonosis of the common
parasites. The laboratory will emphasize the common techniques used to identify the
parasites of companion, laboratory and farm animals.

This course will provide the student the opportunity to gain an initial understanding
of the principles of veterinary anesthesia and veterinary surgical nursing. The students
will be introduced to the currently used veterinary anesthetic drugs and their effect
on the animal by utilizing their knowledge of the normal anatomy, physiology as a
basis for understanding. In the laboratory the student will be given an introduction
to the technical skills needed to preanesthetize, anesthetize, maintain and recover
the animal patient, by utilizing current appropriate anesthetic agents, equipment,
and protocols. The student will also learn to use critical thinking skills in gaining
an understanding of how anesthetic monitoring equipment will be used to evaluate the
surgical patient during the anesthetic period. The students will also be introduced
to surgical nursing skills including preoperative management of surgical patients,
assisting veterinary surgeons, prepping surgical patients, learning and practicing
aseptic techniques, IV fluid support, analgesia, and providing postoperative patient
and incision care. The dog and the cat will be the surgical patients providing educational
support in this course. Students will also perform pre- and postoperative assessments
of surgical patients outside of class time as well as one week of assigned kennel
duty.

In this course students will examine body systems using radiographic, endoscopic,
and ultrasound procedures to evaluate animals for the diagnosis and prognosis of trauma
or disease. The course integrates the production of the radiograph and its clinical
use as it relates to the evaluation of healthy and diseased animals. In the laboratory,
students will utilize animal models, inanimate objects, and living animals to perfect
their understanding of patient positioning, radiographic exposures, and film developing
techniques. Emphasis is placed on safely producing diagnostic quality radiographs
using both conventional and digital radiographic techniques, as well as providing
the basic skills in the set up and operation of an ultrasound unit. The veterinary
endoscope will also be used in the laboratory setting.

This course introduces laboratory techniques performed in veterinary offices and clinics.
Examination and testing of blood, feces, urine, and exudates are performed for diagnostic
and prognostic purposes. Lectures deal with testing theories and relevance to animal
health and disease. Laboratories develop skills necessary to maintain a safe laboratory
working environment, institute quality control programs, collect, process, store,
and transport clinical biological specimens. Major emphasis of the course is development
of skills necessary to operate and maintain clinical analyzers, accurately perform
laboratory tests, interpret, and report laboratory results on clinical specimens.

This course is designed to provide the student insight into the behavior, care and
management of farm animals. Dairy cattle, horses, sheep, swine, goats and other animals
will be discussed. Emphasis will be placed on the practical aspects of veterinary
nursing such as proper handling, restraint, evaluation, medication, treatment, and
examination procedures that apply to farm animal species. Characteristics of the major
breeds, terminology, disease control measures, housing, and basic management practices
will also be covered. Additional farm experiences outside of regularly scheduled classes
will be required for successful completion of this course.

This course will serve two functions. The first is to introduce concepts in veterinary
critical care and advanced medical and surgical cases including advanced diagnostics,
treatment options, and long term and follow-up animal care. The second is to serve
as both a review of classroom material provided throughout the Veterinary Technology
curriculum and as a preparation for actual cases and client communication requirements
in a veterinary practice.

This course is designed to provide the student with basic knowledge and understanding
of research facilities and their function. Students will be instructed in the care
and handling of small animals used in the research laboratory. Emphasis will be placed
on species differences, housing requirements, nutrition, reproduction, health, sanitation,
and laboratory techniques applied in animal research and pharmaceutical facilities.
Animal handling, observation and management time will be provided in the laboratory
time as well as during assigned vivarium duty. In addition an exotic animal section
has been added to familiarize the students with the care and identification of common
exotic species. (Exotics in this case will not include dogs or cats or species commonly
found on farms.)

This is an introductory course for students accepted in the veterinary technology
program, providing identification and function of nutrients, understanding pet food
labels, and applications for wellness, life stage, and therapeutic nutrition (prescription
food) for dogs and cats. The course will utilize an interactive Internet connection
in the classroom.

This course will review and consolidate information on pharmacology that is touched
upon in other Veterinary Technology courses and add additional topics in pharmacology
to provide the student with a comprehensive and organized overview of veterinary pharmacology.

A student may contract for one to four credit hours of independent study through an
arrangement with an instructor who agrees to direct such a study. The student will
submit a plan acceptable to the instructor and to the department chairperson. The
instructor and student will confer regularly regarding the process of the study.